A comparative analysis of the development of the United States and European Union biodiesel industries
By: Miguel A. Carriquiry.
Contributors: Iowa State University. Center for Agricultural and Rural Development.
Series: CARD briefing paper -- 07-BP 51
Publisher: Center for Agricultural and Rural Development, Iowa State University
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Ames, Iowa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 31
Subjects: Diesel fuels industry -- Economic aspects -- United States; Diesel fuels industry -- Economic aspects -- Europe; Biodiesel fuels -- Economic aspects -- United States; Biodiesel fuels -- Economic aspects -- Europe
Description: Worldwide production of biodiesel is growing at a rapid pace. Arguably, the European Union (EU) is the global leader in biodiesel production, but the United States has recently expanded its production. The growth of the biodiesel industry in both regions has been fueled by a series of government-provided financial incentives. However, the timing of the growth and incentive provisions, the nature of the main incentives, and the market conditions differ across regions. This article provides a comparative analysis of the EU and U.S. biodiesel industries, highlighting market and policy aspects that are leading to a rapid but distinct growth.
Notes: "July 2007."

Includes bibliographical references (p. [29]-31).

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